Safety Technician

Safety Technician

ES Foundry Corp is a U.S.-based solar manufacturing company helping strengthen America's clean energy supply chain by producing high-quality photovoltaic solar cells at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Greenwood, South Carolina. Our work supports domestic energy production, U.S. manufacturing growth, and the continued expansion of renewable energy solutions for customers across the solar industry.

Joining ES Foundry means becoming part of a growing team with a meaningful mission and long-term career potential. Employees have the opportunity to learn from experienced industry leaders, contribute to advanced manufacturing operations, and help build products that support a more reliable and sustainable energy future. We are committed to fostering a workplace grounded in Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

About the Role

The Safety Technician supports day-to-day safety activities within ES Foundry's solar cell manufacturing facility by assisting with workplace inspections, employee safety training, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance efforts. This position helps identify hazards, promote safe work practices, maintain safety documentation, and support corrective actions that reduce risk across manufacturing operations. The role works closely with production, engineering, HR, and EHS leadership to strengthen a proactive safety culture and ensure employees have the tools, training, and support needed to work safely.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the implementation and daily administration of plant safety programs, policies, and procedures in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, workplace observations, and hazard assessments to identify unsafe conditions and support corrective actions.
• Support incident and near-miss investigations by gathering information, documenting findings, and helping track corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and OSHA-related logs as directed by EHS leadership.
• Assist with safety training activities, including new hire orientation, PPE requirements, hazard communication, LOTO awareness, and other site-specific topics.
• Monitor proper use of personal protective equipment and reinforce safe work practices on the production floor.
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to communicate safety concerns and help verify completion of corrective actions.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, evacuation procedures, first-aid supplies, and emergency equipment inspections.
• Participate in safety committee meetings and employee engagement initiatives to encourage reporting, awareness, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with tracking safety metrics, audit findings, near misses, and corrective action status for review by plant leadership.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical training in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of safety, manufacturing, industrial, or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards and workplace safety practices preferred.

Desired Skills:

• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certification preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, solar, semiconductor, electronics, or other industrial environments preferred.
• Familiarity with hazard communication, PPE, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, ergonomics, and chemical safety practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports, inspection checklists, and training documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic incident or safety tracking systems.
• Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Korean communication skills a plus.

Core Competencies:

• Commitment to safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Effective communication and employee coaching skills.
• Ability to identify hazards and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Dependability, integrity, and accountability in supporting safety standards.
• Team-oriented approach with the ability to work across departments.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing plant environments, including exposure to chemicals, machinery, and cleanroom conditions.
• Must be able to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 lbs., up to 10% of the work time.
• Requires frequent walking throughout the production floor to conduct inspections and audits.
• May require availability for emergency response outside of normal business hours.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE based on area-specific hazards.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and benefits package designed to support employees and their families.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities to grow with a rapidly expanding U.S.-based solar manufacturing company.
• Supportive team environment focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

ES Foundry Corp, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.